Riyadh, March 19, 2024 — Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, the Saudi Minister of Culture, engaged in a momentous meeting with Rachida Dati, the Minister of Culture of the Republic of France. The encounter took place during her official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
At the outset of this cultural rendezvous, Prince Badr lauded the robust cultural relations that have flourished between the Kingdom and the French Republic. These ties, marked by recent development, reflect the shared commitment of both nations’ wise leadership to strengthen bilateral connections.
The discussions were rich and far-reaching, focusing on ways to bolster cooperation and foster international cultural exchange across various domains. Key areas of interest included:
Museums: Enhancing the preservation and presentation of cultural heritage.
Theater and Performing Arts: Nurturing creativity and artistic expression.
Culinary Arts: Celebrating gastronomic traditions and innovations.
Films: Promoting cinematic storytelling and collaboration.
Heritage Preservation: Safeguarding the legacy of both nations.
Libraries: Encouraging knowledge dissemination.
Visual Arts: Celebrating creativity and aesthetics.
Music: Harmonizing cultural melodies.
Fashion: Weaving threads of tradition and modernity.
Architecture and Design: Shaping spaces that reflect cultural identity.
The meeting was graced by the presence of several officials, underscoring the significance of this cultural exchange. As Prince Badr and Minister Dati engaged in dialogue, they sowed seeds for a vibrant tapestry of cultural understanding and collaboration between Saudi Arabia and France.
